Operations Director - Fostering

Polaris; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fostering agency in the UK seeks an Operations Director to oversee regional performance and project management. You will work closely with the Managing Director, drive improvements, and support growth initiatives across services. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership abilities and experience in strategic development. This role is based home with travel and offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance

30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35

Life Assurance

Company Pension

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and implementing organizational strategies.
• Proven leadership skills and project management experience.
• Ability to build relationships with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the strategy as agreed by the Board.
• Deliver against company targets and budgets.
• Provide leadership to Registered Managers.

Skills

Strategic development

Leadership

People management

Job description

Overview

Operations Director - FOSTERING

Basic salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum dependent on experience

Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan

Base Location: Homebased with travel to regional offices.

Covering Location: Nationwide

About Us

Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers.

Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day.

Overall Purpose / Aim

The Operations Director is responsible for the performance of FCA regions/countries under their remit, along with any delegated company projects according to the overall strategy as set by the Polaris Board. They are expected to act and register as the Registered Manager or Responsible Individual for any regions/countries as requested and develop, promote and manage a range of Services across the company/companies and to link closely with Central functions. They should set exemplary standards of behaviour and performance, promoting the vision and values of Polaris, and work collaboratively with respect and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Managing Director to develop and implement the strategy as agreed by the Polaris Board.
• Turn the strategy into tangible actions that can be implemented across the company.
• Work with the Managing Director and Finance Business Partners to develop strategic operating targets and budgets for their responsible regions/countries/services.
• Develop strong links and positive working relationships with Heads of Service and work collaboratively with Central Services on projects that drive improvements across the Company
• Deliver against and ensure achievement of company targets and budgets.
• Develop and implement project plans to deliver area specific and companywide improvements.
• Report regional/country performance to the Managing Director and Senior Leadership team on a monthly basis.
• Provide leadership to Registered Managers, helping them to set and maintain direction in line with their regions/country targets, supporting them to achieve their growth plans
• Maintain regular face to face contact with Registered Managers and have a visible presence within regions/countries
• Deputise for the Managing Director as required.

The Operations Director will ensure that all services under their control can demonstrate the following:

• Outcomes for Children and their Families
• Safeguarding, Quality and Compliance
• People Management
• Growth
• Innovation
• Business Improvement

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a highly supportive environment and to continue to build on an already highly performing fostering service which continues to develop and grow.

If you have any questions regarding this role please contact John Platt, Managing Director directly on 07813054752 or email